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Cricket Legends Join ICC Hall of Fame Class of 2024

Three cricket legends have been inducted into the ICC Hall of Fame, representing diverse nations: England, India, and South Africa. Alastair Cook, Neetu David and AB de Villiers joins hall of fame.

New Inductees Overview

  • Three cricket legends inducted as 113th, 114th, and 115th members
  • Celebration ceremony to be held in Dubai during ICC Women's T20 World Cup
  • Represents diverse cricket nations: England, India, and South Africa

Alastair Cook's Legacy

  • England's highest Test run-scorer with 12,472 runs

Career achievements:

    • 161 Test matches (2006-2018)
    • Led England to multiple Ashes victories
    • Excelled in diverse conditions (Australia and subcontinent)
    • Record of 159 consecutive Test matches
    • Over 250 international appearances

Neetu David's Achievements

  • Pioneering Indian women's cricketer

Notable records:

    • First Indian woman to take 100 ODI wickets
    • 141 wickets in 97 ODIs
    • Best bowling average (16.34) for 100+ wicket takers
    • Outstanding spell of 8/53 against England (1995)
    • Second Indian woman in ICC Hall of Fame
  • Current role as chairperson of India's national selection committee

AB de Villiers' Impact

  • Nicknamed "Mr. 360" for innovative batting

Career highlights:

    • Over 20,000 international runs
    • Record holder for fastest ODI 50, 100, and 150
    • Averaged above 50 in both Tests and ODIs
    • 14-year international career (2004-2018)
    • Exceptional fielding abilities
    • Successful in global T20 leagues

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